How to attach Elpro 52 to Q/Q2 lens?

[robgo2]

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I realize that this is not the best choice for close up photography, but I thought I would give it a try.  Unfortunately, I have not been able to attach the Elpro, even with the supplied 46 to 52 ring adapter.  It will not screw into the front of the lens.  I know that it is supposed to fit, so what am I missing?  Is there a screw-in ring on the front of the lens that can be removed?  If so, I cannot find it.

Edit:  I just realized that the filter size of the lens is 49mm, not 46mm.  I thought that the adapter would fit, but I was wrong.  I will call my dealer to sort things out.

Edit 2:  Hidden deep in the packaging, I found a 49 to 52mm adapter.  Problem solved.

BTW, I am not usually this clueless.  It's just that kind of day. 🙃

Edited December 4, 2020 by robgo2

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[Leica Guy]

19 hours ago, robgo2 said:

I realize that this is not the best choice for close up photography, but I thought I would give it a try.  Unfortunately, I have not been able to attach the Elpro, even with the supplied 46 to 52 ring adapter.  It will not screw into the front of the lens.  I know that it is supposed to fit, so what am I missing?  Is there a screw-in ring on the front of the lens that can be removed?  If so, I cannot find it.

Edit:  I just realized that the filter size of the lens is 49mm, not 46mm.  I thought that the adapter would fit, but I was wrong.  I will call my dealer to sort things out.

Edit 2:  Hidden deep in the packaging, I found a 49 to 52mm adapter.  Problem solved.

BTW, I am not usually this clueless.  It's just that kind of day. 🙃

The cluelessness could be age related. I followed along very well with your journey of discovery. I can relate. Glad you figured it it. I got a good laugh from it. Close to home. 😁😁

[acg69]

The real journey begins now! The setup is very good and you will get a kick out of it! There is a thread with macro pics (with and without the ELPRO 52) somewhere here; check it out and happy shooting!

[robgo2]

Now that my mind has cleared, I would welcome suggestions for a small (table top) tripod to use with this setup.

[PhotoCruiser]

vor 15 Stunden schrieb robgo2:

Now that my mind has cleared, I would welcome suggestions for a small (table top) tripod to use with this setup.

The problem on a small table top tripod is that camera and elpro is heavy and tippy.
After several tests i settled with the GorillaPod Rig because the long legs keep the camera from falling forward and
the two additional light arms can hold a small light panel to illuminate the scenery.

If you dont like GorillaPods then look for a Tripod with long legs to avoid that the camera tip over

Chris

 

PS: And you need a tripod who is low and the legs can be bent 90° so that the tripod is flat on the surface and less high possible,
if it's too high then you will take pix from too above and in a bad angle.
I started to use a normal tripod on the floor as this gives me the possibility to have the lens on the same level as the scenery

Edited December 8, 2020 by PhotoCruiser